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Independent Sector: The Fundamentals of Nonprofit Advocacy and Lobbying
Cost:
- Single Sessions: $38 (IS Member) / $75 (Non IS Member)
- Full Sesssion: $86 (IS Member) / $169 (Non IS Member)
Advocacy and lobbying are powerful tools that your organization can use to advance its mission. Don’t let misconceptions or a fear of rule-breaking hold you back.
Join Independent Sector online for The Fundamentals of Nonprofit Advocacy and Lobbying, a new three-part interactive training series. Over the course of the series, experts will share their knowledge about advocacy and lobbying, answer your questions about permissible activities, and discuss the importance of successfully engaging in public policy debates.
The Importance of Advocacy and 5 Essential Ingredients
of Success
Wednesday, July 9, 2:00-3:00 pm
How advocacy can contribute to your mission
How policy can work for you at the federal, state, and local levels
The five essential approaches to successful advocacy
How to Build Strong Relationships with Public Officials
and Their Staff
Wednesday, July 16, 2:00-3:00 pm
How to understand and connect your work to policymakers’ priorities
How to engage elected officials in their home districts
How to Execute an Effective Advocacy Meeting
Wednesday, July 23, 2:00-3:00 pm
The difference between lobbying and advocacy
How to craft effective messages
When to invite an elected official to visit your organization
How to create effective meeting materials